This article is the final of a series that has delved into the links between the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Australia’s textile, clothing and footwear (TCF) industry. This article summarises why the TCF industry should use the SDGs as a framework for future action.

In September 2020, the government announced the most significant reforms to Australia’s insolvency framework in 30 years. These reforms aim to help support small businesses work through the financial impacts of COVID-19 and plan for their future. The Olvera Advisors explain what this means for Small Businesses…

MEET Julie Shaw, Founder and Creative Director of MAARA Collective who was awarded the Fashion Design Award at the inaugural National Indigenous Fashion Awards (NIFA) this August, presented by the Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair Foundation’s (DAAFF) Indigenous Fashion Projects. We take a moment to catch up with the incredibly talented Yuwaalaraay designer, to talk about her work, collaborations, community and culture.

We’re catching up with a handful of members from across our industry community to see how they’re navigating these unprecedented times. Meet The Retail Mentors; Sally Coates and Cheryl Rae.

Earlier this month the AFC Board, Members and our broader industry network came together online for the 2020 AFC AGM and final AFC Fashion Roundtable for the year…

After a year of uncertainty, Australia’s consumers want to be back in charge. Australians are looking to take more control of their day-to-day shopping decisions – and this has significant implications for Australian retailers and B2C businesses according to new McKinsey & Company research.

The National Retail Association (NRA) has released the second revision of the Children’s Apparel Product Safety Guidelines in an effort to improve child safety. Learn more here..

Melbourne sustainable fashion label, A.BCH, has launched its new campaign - ‘Rituals of Care’ - as part of its new seasons calendar that reflects the lifecycle of garments.